Michael Obermuller

Expertise:
NFL, Chiefs, Giants, Steelers, Buccaneers
Education:
Quinnipiac University
Location:
Yonkers, New York

Experience

Michael Obermuller is an Associate Editor who also covers the NFL as a sports journalist for Heavy.com, where he began writing in May 2021. He currently helps run Heavy's breaking news operation and newsletter team, while also reporting on the Kansas City Chiefs, New York Giants, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Pittsburgh Steelers.

Additionally, Michael has spent two-plus seasons reporting on the New York Jets for Heavy on a daily basis and has been with Heavy on Chiefs since October of 2021, and Heavy on Giants and Heavy on Steelers since 2023. While also assisting the Heavy on Buccaneers page starting at the beginning of 2025.

He is an NYC area native and Quinnipiac graduate who has previously covered the MLB for Athlon Sports, NFL, MLB and betting content for FanDuel's The Duel, as well as fantasy football for King Fantasy Sports and NFL and MLB news for Pro Football Mania.

Michael can be reached via email at michael.obermuller@heavy.com, on X/Twitter @obermuller_nfl and on LinkedIn.

Education

Michael Obermuller holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Media Studies from Quinnipiac University, where he graduated in 2015.

He also completed an English Minor (writing track) during his time at Quinnipiac, and has passed through the International Baccalaureate (IB) testing programs for English and History.

Latest Articles From Michael Obermuller

Chiefs Rookie Could Become Immediate ‘Impact Player,’ Says Analyst

Chiefs Rookie Could Become Immediate ‘Impact Player,’ Says Analyst

NFL Pundit Predicts Chiefs Long-Awaited Super Bowl Rematch in 2022

NFL Pundit Predicts Chiefs Long-Awaited Super Bowl Rematch in 2022

Jets Receive Massive Vote of Confidence From NFL Peers: Insider

Jets Receive Massive Vote of Confidence From NFL Peers: Insider

Ex-Chiefs Captain Named as Best Fit for Bitter AFC West Rival

Ex-Chiefs Captain Named as Best Fit for Bitter AFC West Rival

Key Jets Starter Returns to Practice, on Track for Week 1

Key Jets Starter Returns to Practice, on Track for Week 1

Jets Throw Curve Ball on Zach Wilson’s Earliest Return Date

Jets Throw Curve Ball on Zach Wilson’s Earliest Return Date

‘Looks As If’ Chiefs Free-Agent Signing Will Be Healthy Scratch in Week 1

‘Looks As If’ Chiefs Free-Agent Signing Will Be Healthy Scratch in Week 1

Patrick Mahomes Co-Stars in Promo With Daughter Sterling [WATCH]

Patrick Mahomes Co-Stars in Promo With Daughter Sterling [WATCH]

Jets Work Out Veteran Free Agent With ‘Multiple’ Suitors: Report

Jets Work Out Veteran Free Agent With ‘Multiple’ Suitors: Report

Jets Fan-Favorite Target Signs With Panthers: Report

Jets Fan-Favorite Target Signs With Panthers: Report

Chiefs Sign Ex-Cardinals ‘Freak’ Ahead of Week 1 Matchup: Report

Chiefs Sign Ex-Cardinals ‘Freak’ Ahead of Week 1 Matchup: Report

Chiefs HC Andy Reid Provides Week 1 Injury Update on Top KC WRs

Chiefs HC Andy Reid Provides Week 1 Injury Update on Top KC WRs

Jets Analyst Calls out Joe Douglas Defenders: ‘Rubbed Me the Wrong Way’

Jets Analyst Calls out Joe Douglas Defenders: ‘Rubbed Me the Wrong Way’

Potential Jets Free-Agent Target ‘Working Toward’ Cowboys Deal: Report

Potential Jets Free-Agent Target ‘Working Toward’ Cowboys Deal: Report

Jets’ $55 Million Asset Sends Strong Message Ahead of 2022 Campaign

Jets’ $55 Million Asset Sends Strong Message Ahead of 2022 Campaign

Chiefs Analyst Highlights 2 Under-the-Radar Extensions ‘to Monitor’

Chiefs Analyst Highlights 2 Under-the-Radar Extensions ‘to Monitor’

Jets Breakout Candidate Not ‘Giving up His Job Anytime Soon’

Jets Breakout Candidate Not ‘Giving up His Job Anytime Soon’

Analyst Welcomes Jets Promotion: ‘Should Be With the 1s’

Analyst Welcomes Jets Promotion: ‘Should Be With the 1s’

Patrick Mahomes Shares Lovely Message for Wife Brittany on Birthday

Patrick Mahomes Shares Lovely Message for Wife Brittany on Birthday

NFL Insider Explains Puzzling Jets Cut Decision After Training Camp

NFL Insider Explains Puzzling Jets Cut Decision After Training Camp

Ex-Chiefs All-Pro Trolls Fan After Patrick Mahomes-Related Question

Ex-Chiefs All-Pro Trolls Fan After Patrick Mahomes-Related Question

Insider: NFC Executive Makes ‘Guarantee’ on Jets OT Situation

Insider: NFC Executive Makes ‘Guarantee’ on Jets OT Situation

Ex-Chiefs Super Bowl Champion Visiting With Raiders: Report

Ex-Chiefs Super Bowl Champion Visiting With Raiders: Report

Ex-Chiefs & Raiders Starter Eyeing NFL Comeback: Report

Ex-Chiefs & Raiders Starter Eyeing NFL Comeback: Report

Recent Jets Draft Pick Makes Departure Official, Joins NYC Rival

Recent Jets Draft Pick Makes Departure Official, Joins NYC Rival

‘Looks Like’ Jets Veteran Will Start Season on Short-Term IR

‘Looks Like’ Jets Veteran Will Start Season on Short-Term IR

Chiefs Sign Ex-Chargers & Army Linebacker to Practice Squad: Report

Chiefs Sign Ex-Chargers & Army Linebacker to Practice Squad: Report

QB ‘Legend’ & Unique LB Headline Jets’ Practice Squad Additions

QB ‘Legend’ & Unique LB Headline Jets’ Practice Squad Additions

Recently Cut Chiefs Pass Rusher Claimed, Lands With NFC Team

Recently Cut Chiefs Pass Rusher Claimed, Lands With NFC Team

Chiefs Give Popular QB Prospect Second Look After Steelers Cut

Chiefs Give Popular QB Prospect Second Look After Steelers Cut